[Hiring] Manager of Agronomy @WYFFELS HYBRIDS INC

Role Description

Join Wyffels Hybrids as our next Manager of Agronomy and help shape the future of agronomic capability across our sales organization. This leadership role is responsible for leading and developing our Area Agronomy Managers while partnering cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, and Product Management to translate agronomic expertise into practical, sales-ready solutions that create value for growers and support business growth. Through a “train-the-trainer” approach, this role drives consistent agronomic messaging, field execution, and customer-focused support across our footprint.

What You'll Do

• Lead, coach, and develop the Area Agronomy Manager team while establishing clear priorities and expectations.
• Partner with Sales, Marketing, and Product Management to align agronomic initiatives with commercial strategy.
• Develop scalable agronomic tools, training, and field resources that support District Sales Managers and Seed Representatives.
• Drive field engagement through agronomic events, workshops, and in-field coaching opportunities.
• Translate complex agronomic concepts into practical, customer-focused messaging that supports sales growth and stronger on-farm conversations.
• Monitor agronomic trends and continuously improve training effectiveness, field execution, and team capability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, Agricultural Science, Plant Science, Business, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 7+ years of experience in agronomy, seed, crop inputs, or related agricultural leadership roles.
• Proven leadership experience supporting and influencing sales organizations.
• Strong agronomic knowledge with the ability to connect technical expertise to commercial outcomes.
• Excellent communication, coaching, facilitation, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to travel within assigned territories and maintain a valid driver’s license.

Your Environment

This is a remote-based role, and the employee must live within the assigned territory. The role includes regular travel to field locations, industry events, grower meetings, and other customer-facing environments, with travel to Geneseo or Davenport as needed.

Benefits

In addition to offering an unparalleled culture that focuses on relationships that foster both individual and organizational success, we provide competitive pay and a diverse benefits portfolio.